Best: December–April (dry season). Avoid August–October (hurricane peak). Fly into SJU. No passport required (US territory). Rent a car if leaving San Juan.
At a Glance
| Country | United States (US Territory) |
|---|---|
| Main airport | SJU |
| Currency | US Dollar (USD) |
| Language | Spanish + English |
| Best time to visit | December–April (dry season) |
| Visa for US citizens | NO passport needed — Puerto Rico is a US territory. |
Top Things to Do in San Juan
- Old San Juan colonial walking tour
- Castillo San Felipe del Morro fort
- Castillo San Cristóbal
- Condado Beach + Isla Verde
- El Yunque National Forest day trip
- Bioluminescent bay night tour (Vieques or Fajardo)
- Salsa dancing in Old San Juan
- Day trip to Culebra island (Flamenco Beach)
- Bacardi distillery tour
- Casa Bacardí museum
Best Neighborhoods to Stay In
- Old San Juan — colonial center, cobblestones
- Condado — beachfront hotels, walkable
- Isla Verde — luxury beachfront, near airport
- Santurce — arts district, local food
- Miramar — boutique hotels, central
- Hato Rey — business district
Our recommendation: Old San Juan for charm, Condado for beach + walkable, Isla Verde for resorts.
What to Eat
- Mofongo (mashed fried plantains)
- Lechón asado (roast pork)
- Tostones (twice-fried plantains)
- Arroz con gandules (rice + pigeon peas)
- Alcapurrias (fritters)
- Pasteles (banana-leaf tamales)
- Piña colada (invented at Caribe Hilton)
- Medalla Light beer
How to Get Around
Public bus and Tren Urbano cover central areas. Uber works in San Juan. Rent a car for El Yunque or beaches outside metro area. Ferries to Culebra/Vieques from Ceiba.
How to Get There from the USA
The main airport is SJU. Direct US flights are available from major gateways including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, and others depending on the season.
👉 See our Miami flight page or Newark To San Juan route page for typical pricing.
👉 Call +1 (833) 546-3547 for live agent quotes and bundle with hotels.
Visa & Entry Requirements (US Citizens)
NO passport needed — Puerto Rico is a US territory.
Always verify current requirements at the U.S. State Department travel advisory page before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time of year to visit San Juan?
December–April (dry season).
Do US citizens need a visa for United States (US Territory)?
NO passport needed — Puerto Rico is a US territory.
Where should I stay in San Juan?
Old San Juan for charm, Condado for beach + walkable, Isla Verde for resorts.
How do I book cheap flights to San Juan?
Call +1 (833) 546-3547 24/7. Our US-based agents quote live fares to SJU including unpublished consolidator rates not on public OTAs.
Can you bundle the flight with a hotel?
Yes — we are a full-service travel agency. View our hotel booking page.